Renowned Assamese Journalist Baikuntha Nath Goswami Passes Away at 79
Veteran journalist Baikuntha Nath Goswami passed away at the age of 79 due to old-age-related ailments at his home in Guwahati. He was a respected figure in Assamese journalism, having served as an editor for various newspapers and written several influential books in the Assamese language.
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Veteran Assamese journalist Baikuntha Nath Goswami has passed away at the age of 79. The respected editor and columnist succumbed to age-related ailments at his home in Guwahati, leaving behind a legacy in journalism across multiple publications.
Goswami's career saw him contribute to numerous newspapers, including 'Asom Bhumi,' where he served as an editor, as well as 'Dainik Agradoot,' 'Dainik Janambhumi,' and 'News Star.' He also had a significant stint at the news agency UNI, retiring as the Bureau Chief of the Patna unit.
Aside from his editorial responsibilities, Goswami was a prolific writer, with several books to his name in the Assamese language, tackling themes from folk tales to Assamese identity and media freedom.
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